Behavior Coaching Specialist (BCS):

Member:

Jodi Rhodus MS CCC-SLP, BCBA.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Speech Language Pathologist .

Mission:

The role of the BCS is to offer requested support to school teams in providing effective behavior management utilizing evidence-based, ABA methodology to support the child in accessing their education and participation in the school environment:

Programming: We use evidence-based, ABA methodology, and ethical practice to collaboration with your educational team to thoroughly review Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans. After review, continued support may include: on-site observations, data collection, program recommendations and on-going support for the students and their teams.
Professional Development: Providing ongoing continuing education and workshops individualized to your needs.

Vision Statement:

By utilizing evidence-based and ABA methodologies with fidelity, we will support the behavioral management of children in their educational setting. A well-educated team will create a safe and consistent environment that support the child, family, and educational teams leading to healthy social emotional development and an increase of positive interactions in the school environment.

Referral Process:

The BCS relies on referrals from the team lead (ESS specialist, school psychologist or coordinator). Once the team meets to discuss the needs of the team; they will compete the referral form. There are five referral options. Please let me know if you have any questions, [email protected].

Approach:

The BCS utilizes the coaching model of support, which offers a specific approach to supporting teams in organizing their interval resources and communication as first steps before moving forward with more specific needs. After review of the FBA and BIP, specific needs may require steps such as direct observations, program support, parent support/ resources; or ongoing coaching and progress-checks.

REFERRAL OPTIONS and BCS referral form

Option 1- Behavior programming/ strategies: general or SPED students: What to Expect- BCBA will meet with the CORE team to develop a shared vision and goals.

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Option 2- Student on a modified day due to behavior. : What to Expect- The BCBA will meet with the team to create goal and/or strategies to barriers inhibiting the student from attending a full day

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Option 3: Support for implementation of evidence based practices STAR program: What to expect- BCBA will meet with the team on specific implementation of the STAR program. 1-2 team members MUST of attended a STAR training (If not, then option 4 is needed).

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Option 4. PD request from the BCBA: What to Expect- THE BCBA will be in contact to schedule a PD relating to behavioral interventions.

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Option 5 FBA/ BIP: What to expect.-BCBA will support the current team with observation and strategies for student.

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